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Indications

Steglatro is a diabetes medication used to control blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Ertugliflozin is a sodium glucose co-transporter 2 inhibitor that prevents the reabsorption of glucose by your kidneys and increases glucose excretion through your urine. This inhibitory action helps maintain your blood sugar levels while the drug offers other anti-diabetic properties to improve symptoms related to type 2 diabetes.

Steglatro is a well-tolerated diabetes medication with a longer half-life than other medications and allows for once daily dosing. The medication may also help lower blood pressure which can lower your risk of developing cardiovascular issues.

Uses and Dosage

The dose of Steglatro that is prescribed will vary depending on the individual being treated. Follow your doctor’s directions and read packaging labels carefully to ensure the best results.

• Swallow tablets whole
• Take in the morning with or without food
• Most adults start by taking 5mg once daily
• Adults can take up to 15mg a day
• Check your blood sugar levels often
• Call your doctor immediately if you are vomiting or have diarrhea, if you consume less food or fluid, or if you sweat more than usual
• Steglatro should be combined with a treatment of diet and exercise for best results
• Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat
• Keep in original packaging away from children and pets

Side Effects

Steglatro may cause some side effects to develop while lowering your blood sugar levels. Speak with your doctor for more specific information regarding any side effects that you may encounter when taking ertugliflozin.

Common Steglatro side effects:

• Vaginal odour, discharge, itching
• Redness, itching, swelling, rash, discharge, pain in the skin around the penis
• Urinating more than usual

Serious Side Effects

Some more adverse effects may occur when takin ertugliflozin. Stop using Steglatro and call your doctor right away if you develop any of the following symptoms:

• New pain, tenderness, sores, ulcers, or infection in your legs or feet
• Little or no urination
• Ketoacidosis (nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, confusion, unusual drowsiness, trouble breathing)
• Low blood sugar (headache, hunger, weakness, sweating, confusion, irritability, dizziness, fast heart rate, feeling jittery)
• Dehydration (dizziness, weakness, feeling light-headed)
• Bladder infection (pain or burning during urination, increased urination, blood in your urine, fever, pain in your pelvis or back)

Some side effects may be more likely to develop in older adults using Steglatro.

Allergic Reactions

Do not take Steglatro if you are allergic to ertugliflozin. If you develop signs of an allergic reaction, stop using this medication and contact your doctor.

Steglatro allergy symptoms may include:

• Hives
• Difficulty breathing
• Swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat

Cautions

Steglatro is not designed to treat those with type 1 diabetes or diabetic ketoacidosis.

Do not use Steglatro if you have severe kidney disease or if you are on dialysis.

When standing from a seated or laying position, move slowly to avoid getting dizzy.

Ertugliflozin may increase your risk of needing a lower leg amputation, especially if you have already had an amputation, foot ulcer, heart disease, problems with your circulation, or nerve damage.

This diabetes medication can cause serious infections in the penis or vagina. Seek immediate medical attention if you have burning, itching, odour, unusual discharge, pain, tenderness, redness, or swelling of the genital or rectal area, a fever, or if you feel unwell.

To ensure your safety when taking Steglatro, tell your doctor if you have ever had any of the following:

• Heart problems
• A diabetic foot ulcer or amputation
• Circulation problems or nerve problems in your legs or feet
• Liver or kidney disease
• Bladder infection or other urinary issues
• Low blood pressure
• Diabetic ketoacidosis
• Problems with your pancreas or surgery
• If you drink alcohol often
• If you have a planned surgery
• If you have type 1 diabetes
• If you follow a low salt diet

Your blood sugar levels can change depending on stress, illness, surgery, exercise, alcohol use, or missing meals. Watch for signs of high blood sugar (such as increased thirst or urination, blurred vision, headache, or tiredness) or low blood sugar (headache, hunger, sweating, irritability, dizziness, nausea, fast heart rate, anxiousness). Contact your doctor if you develop any of the previous symptoms.

Consult with your doctor and follow their instructions carefully if you are pregnant while taking Steglatro. Ertugliflozin may cause harm if used during the second or third trimesters of pregnancy, but maintaining proper blood sugar levels is very important during this time.

Do not breastfeed while taking Steglatro.

Some drugs may interact with ertugliflozin and cause adverse reactions. To avoid this, tell your doctor about all the medications you take, including any over the counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

Steglatro is not an approved treatment for anyone under the age of 18.

Form and Strength

This diabetes medication is available in tablet form.

Steglatro tablet strengths:

• 5mg
• 15mg

The Steglatro tablets are all available in quantities of 84 while the 5mg ones are also available in quantities of 28.

FAQ

Should Steglatro be taken with or without food?

Your daily Steglatro dose is not significantly impacted by food. This means you can take it with or without food, whichever way makes you the most comfortable, as long as you take your dose at the same time each morning.

Does Steglatro cause increased urination?

Increased urination is one of the listed common side effects of Steglatro, although its occurrence is less frequent than others such as yeast infections. Those who have reported an increase in urination have felt the need to urinate more often, in larger amounts, and during the night. Speak with your doctor if you have any concerns to determine a treatment plan that’s right for you.

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